Pediatric Nurse Practitioner- Acute Care Professor/Assistant Professor or Associate Professor

Summary of Job Duties

Help Prepare the Next Generation of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners. The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) College of Nursing invites applications from qualified Pediatric Nurse Practitioners–Acute Care interested in graduate nursing education. Bring your clinical expertise and passion for teaching to a collaborative faculty dedicated to preparing future nursing leaders.

The faculty member provides high-quality graduate nursing education, student mentoring, and pediatric acute care expertise. Primary responsibilities include teaching, curriculum development, and program evaluation within the Pediatric Nurse Practitioner–Acute Care track, including core courses and collaboration across graduate programs. The faculty member reports to the department chair for faculty development and evaluation and works closely with the Pediatric Nurse Practitioner specialty coordinator and graduate program leadership to support program goals and student success. The role also contributes to the College’s research, scholarship, service, and practice missions.

Work Schedule and Appointment

The primary work location may be the Little Rock or Northwest Arkansas campus. Work is generally scheduled Monday through Friday, with hours varying according to teaching and program needs. Additional time may be required. Academic rank will be determined at hire. Appointment details will be specified for each available opportunity.

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in nursing.
• Current, unencumbered Registered Nurse license and eligibility for licensure in Arkansas.
• Certification as a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner–Acute Care.

Preferred Qualifications

• Two or more years of teaching experience in a graduate nursing program.
• Experience with simulation-based learning.
• Familiarity with a concept-based curriculum.
• Eligible for advanced practice nursing licensure in Arkansas.

What You Will Be Doing

• Teach and mentor graduate nursing students in the Pediatric Nurse Practitioner–Acute Care track and core courses.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate curriculum to support program outcomes.
• Collaborate with faculty and academic leadership to integrate content across graduate nursing programs.
• Participate in program evaluation and continuous improvement.
• Contribute to research and scholarly activities within the College of Nursing.
• Participate in service and practice activities that support the College’s mission.
• Perform other duties as assigned.